243 Echo Place, Bronx, NY 10457

The 119-unit, 9-story building at 243 Echo Place in Mount Hope, currently owned by Ilya Vaysberg, was constructed in 1994 and has experienced several significant maintenance issues over the past five years. A notable pattern of rodent-related complaints emerged in 2021, with multiple reported rat sightings and conditions attracting rodents, though subsequent inspections in 2022-2025 showed consistent compliance with health regulations, passing six consecutive inspections from 2022-2025.

The building experienced elevator issues in late 2020, with a violation regarding a single device and lack of alternate service, which was resolved through an Oath violation. Additional infrastructure concerns included a December 2020 violation regarding car platform damage, rusted basement hoistway door, and damaged car walls in the elevator system, with penalties of $1,562 imposed but subsequently resolved. The Department of Buildings (DOB) records show various permits issued between 2020 and 2023, with the most recent being issued in December 2023 under job number 240270568.

A concerning pattern of egress-related complaints was recorded in August 2022, though inspections found no violations at that time. It's worth noting that while the building had multiple rodent issues in 2021-2022, the situation appears to have been effectively managed, with no recent complaints or violations regarding pest control since late 2022. The building's management has demonstrated responsiveness to regulatory requirements, as evidenced by the timely issuance of several work permits and the resolution of various building code violations.